Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, apply coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel or lacquer to decorate and protect exterior surfaces, trimmings and fixtures of buildings and structures throughout the district.

Salary: $16.46-$23.20

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas driver’s license.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices and tools used in painting trade

Ability to properly apply paints

Knowledge of and ability to mix paint to match colors

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently

Experience:

Two years’ experience in painting field.

Qualifications:

1. Smooth and prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint.

2. Fill nail holes, cracks and joints with putty, plaster or other filler.

3. Tape, float and texture walls and ceilings.

4. Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil and thinning/drying. substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.

5. Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun or paint rollers and apply paint with cloth, brush, sponge or fingers to create special effects.

6. Stain, seal and varnish wood surfaces.

7. Erect scaffolding or set up ladder to perform tasks above ground level.

8. Pick up and deliver painting supplies to campuses; maintain delivery records.

9. Detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds and equipment by established inspection procedures.

10. Prepare all painted signs required by the district.

11. Receive and complete work orders.

12. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.

13. Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.

14. Inspect jobs upon completion and ensure areas are clean.

15. Work with building principals and supervisors to complete projects.

Safety

16. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

17. Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.

18. Ensure that equipment is in safe operating condition.

19. Follow safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.

20. Handle and dispose of paint, stain, varnish and other chemicals according to established procedures.

21. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Equipment Used:

Brush, roller, striping, machine, taping and masking equipment, spray equipment, sand and water blaster, air compressor, dry wall tools and equipment, hand tools, ladder, scaffolding; Light truck or van.

Work Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Frequent walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching; Ability to operate hand and power tools and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions; work outside and inside; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders and scaffolding; around machinery with moving parts; exposure to hot and cold temperatures, excessive noises, fumes and toxic chemicals; frequent district wide travel.